Program Details

We field 6,000-7,000 calls per month and serve more than 240
counties across Texas*. Each call is carefully screened to make sure we
are sending qualified referrals to our panel members – only 30% of the
callers qualify as a panel referral, while the other 70% are referred
to legal aid, local referral programs or other resources.

Referrals are made on rotation and based on the county (or
counties) you service and on the subject area (or areas) you engage in.
We will work with you to customize your preferences so that we provide
you with the best referrals possible. You can also change your
preferences at any time.

Panel members agree to provide to all referral clients an initial
consultation of up to ½ hour for no more than $20, a fee which you
keep. After which, if you and the client agree to continue with
the case, your standard fees apply for the services(s) you provide.

On any referral from LRIS that results in a case that generates
attorney fees of $500 or more, 10% of the total fees are to be remitted
back to LRIS.

Callers who indicate they are looking for low or no cost legal
assistance are directed to a pro bono service or other resource.

Steps to Join LRIS

In order to join, you must be a member of the State Bar of Texas in
good standing, pursuant to Rule 1.01 of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct**. All members of the LRIS must also carry
professional liability insurance for a minimum of $100,000. Click
here for more details (pdf).

Download and fill out our application. This PDF download also
includes all rules and information about joining. Please read the rules
carefully.